# Compass Max vs Wind Compass

The clearest difference is ads: Compass Max at none against Wind Compass's shown. Compass Max also leads on iOS requirement (16.6 vs 18.6). Wind Compass's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, rating, ratings volume and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Compass Max sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per 7 days and Wind Compass sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Compass Max against 5.0 for Wind Compass. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 1 and 1 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Compass Max | Wind Compass |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-max/id6770187295/reviews) | [5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass-windglance/id6789012110/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | 1 | 1 |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 2 days | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 6 MB | 15 MB |
| Requires iOS | **16.6** | 18.6 |
| Devices | iPhone | **iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [雪辉 赵](https://appshunter.io/developer/1889135214) | [DEEPLY AI](https://appshunter.io/developer/1809787876) |

## What reviewers say

### Compass Max

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/compass-max/id6770187295)

This app provides professional-grade directional guidance with a compass, GPS tools, and real-time weather information. It offers features like location saving, navigation, and camera overlays for capturing directional photos. Premium features require a subscription for advanced data and tools.

**Highlights:** Compass with Magnetic & True North, Real-time Weather Integration, Advanced Location Data, Save & Navigate to Locations, Camera with Compass Overlay, Built-in Level Indicator, Torch (Flashlight)

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Weekly Premium | $2.99 | per 7 days |
| Yearly Premium | $12.99 | per year |


### Wind Compass

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/wind-compass-windglance/id6789012110)

Get real-time wind speed, gust, and direction with a variety of customizable compass faces. View current conditions, 24-hour charts, and 5/10-day forecasts. Access information instantly via Home Screen, Lock Screen widgets, Live Activity, and Apple Watch.

**Highlights:** Live heading compass, Customizable compass faces, Wind direction arrow, Home & Lock Screen widgets, Live Activity & Dynamic Island support, Apple Watch app & complications, 5/10-day wind forecast

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| WindGlance Premium Weekly | $1.99 | per 7 days |
| WindGlance Premium Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| WindGlance Premium Yearly | $24.99 | per year |
| WindGlance Premium Lifetime | $69.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Compass Max free?

Compass Max is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Wind Compass free?

Wind Compass is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Compass Max or Wind Compass?

Compass Max and Wind Compass are both rated 5.0 out of 5 on the App Store, from 1 and 1 ratings respectively.

### Do Compass Max or Wind Compass have ads?

Wind Compass shows ads; Compass Max does not.

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